MAYPORT, Fla. (March 31, 2017) – Capt. James R. Midkiff, commanding officer, amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) speaks with the ship's chief petty officers during a celebration for the 124th birthday of the Navy chief petty officer on the mess decks. Iwo Jima recently returned from conducting a series of qualifications and certifications as part of the basic phase of training in preparation for future operations and deployments. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Daniel C. Coxwest/Released)

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